Brazilian dictionary adds Pelé as adjective, synonym for "best"
The dictionary entry for "Pelé" reads: "The one that is extraordinary, or who because of his quality, value or superiority cannot be matched to anything or anyone, just like Pelé"
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Biden: Americans should "pay attention" to Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy
President Joe Biden has made a historical pilgrimage to what he calls "America's freedom church" to mark Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday.
Brazil's ex-leader tweets photo in Florida hospital amid calls for U.S. removal
"The United States should not be a refuge for this authoritarian who has inspired domestic terrorism in Brazil," said Texas Rep. Joaquin Castro.
Jair Bolsonaro finds home in Florida as Brazil reels from riots
The hard-right leader hospitalized in Orlando with abdominal pain
As Brazil reels from riots, Bolsonaro finds home in Florida
Jair Bolsonaro was hospitalized in Orlando for abdominal pain.
Brazil cracks down after riot and vows to protect democracy
Brazilian authorities are vowing to protect democracy and punish thousands of supporters of ex-President Jair Bolsonaro who stormed and trashed the nation’s highest seats of power.
Supporters of Brazil's Bolsonaro storm Congress, other federal buildings
Thousands of demonstrators bypassed security barricades, climbed on roofs, broke windows and invaded all three buildings.
Croatia beats World Cup favorite Brazil in dramatic penalty shootout
Croatia beat the five-time champions 4-2 in a penalty shootout to reach the semifinals for the second straight time.
Brazil holds historic election with Lula against Bolsonaro
Brazilians voted Sunday in a highly polarized election that could determine if the country returns a leftist to the helm of the world's fourth-largest democracy or keeps the far-right incumbent in office for another four years.
Ban On Brazilians Entering US Due To Coronavirus Could Prove Costly To Local Economy
A new US policy barring anyone who has been to Brazil within 14 days from entering the US could prove costly to South Florida's economy.
Former Broward Residents Accused Of Illegally Exporting AR-15 Parts To South America
Two former Broward County, who have been accused of playing a large role in an international weapons smuggling scheme, were arrested on Wednesday.
Brazil's National Museum Goes Up In Flames
Priceless artifacts spanning 11,000 years went up in flames as an inferno swallowed Brazil's National Museum.
São Paulo High Rise Collapses After Huge Fire
Scores of firefighters battled a huge fire that engulfed a 20-story apartment building in the Brazilian city of São Paulo early Tuesday.
Key Figure In Bringing Olympics To Brazil Arrested
The president of the Brazilian Olympic Committee was arrested on Thursday amid an investigation into a vote-buying scheme to bring the Olympics to Rio de Janeiro last year.
U.S. Halts Brazilian Beef Imports Over Health Concerns
The USDA has halted imports of fresh Brazilian beef to the United States over public health concerns.
Woman Asks Guy Friends To Be Bridesmaids, They Rise To The Challenge
Rebeca Abrantes didn't have any female friends, but that wasn't about to stop her from having bridesmaids at her wedding.
Brazilian Migrants Disappear Trying To Reach Miami
A search is underway to find Brazilian migrants who disappeared while trying to reach the United States through the Bahamas.
Lochte Banned From Swimming Through June 2017
Team USA. gold medalist Ryan Lochte has been banned from swimming through next June and will forfeit $100,000 in bonus money.
Top Summer Educational Programs For Kids In South Florida
Summer is a time of well-earned vacation for your kids, but there's no reason the learning should stop just because classes are out of session. Keep your kids stimulated and engaged in learning and growing all summer with these educational programs throughout South Florida. When they return in the fall, they won't miss a step.
The 5 Tallest Water Slides In The World
An introduction to the world's tallest waterslides
Ask A South Florida Expert: 6 Top Nutella Recipes
One of South Florida's best chefs, Jane Schneeman of My Sweetherapy, has some great Nutella recipes to sweeten up your next desert.
WHO: Zika's Possible Link With Birth Defect "A Public Health Emergency"
World Health officials met Monday for an emergency session to decide whether the mosquito-borne Zika virus and a possible link to a birth defect should be considered a Public Health Emergency of International Concern.
Apple Recalling Millions Of Power Adapters Over Shock Risk
Apple is recalling millions of power adapters because they could cause an electric shock.
WHO Officials To Hold Special Session On Zika Virus
World Health officials will meet Monday for an emergency session on the Zika virus as the amount of cases for the mosquito-borne virus keeps growing.
CDC Releases Guidelines For Infants Infected With Zika Virus
Health officials released new guidelines for evaluating and testing infants that may have the mosquito-borne Zika virus.
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Guilty verdict in 2021 mass shooting at Miami-Dade's El Mula Banquet Hall
A Miami-Dade jury on Friday convicted a man accused of opening fire outside the El Mula Banquet Hall during a mass shooting that left three people dead and nearly two dozen others hurt.
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Miami Marlins beat Pirates 4-3 to close in on playoff spot
Josh Bell's two-run double keyed a four-run, eighth-inning rally and the Miami Marlins moved closer to a playoff berth with a 4-3 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Some Broward residents face flooding woes again
A burst of rain Friday afternoon turned some Broward County streets into streams
Miami-Dade ban on pit bulls goes into effect Sunday
A new law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis will go into effect on Oct. 1 that will supersede a Miami-Dade ban that prohibits the adoption of pit bulls.
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Guilty verdict in 2021 mass shooting at Miami-Dade's El Mula Banquet Hall
A Miami-Dade jury on Friday convicted a man accused of opening fire outside the El Mula Banquet Hall during a mass shooting that left three people dead and nearly two dozen others hurt.
Miami Marlins beat Pirates 4-3 to close in on playoff spot
Josh Bell's two-run double keyed a four-run, eighth-inning rally and the Miami Marlins moved closer to a playoff berth with a 4-3 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Some Broward residents face flooding woes again
A burst of rain Friday afternoon turned some Broward County streets into streams
Miami-Dade ban on pit bulls goes into effect Sunday
A new law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis will go into effect on Oct. 1 that will supersede a Miami-Dade ban that prohibits the adoption of pit bulls.
Watch live: State of Emergency in effect as storm brings flooding, damage to New York City and beyond
Mayor Eric Adams asked New York City residents to shelter in place temporarily as the storm flooded subways and roads.
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U.S. Supreme Court to discuss social media law
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies.
Florida tourism numbers dip in second quarter
The number of people traveling to Florida during the second quarter of 2023 decreased compared to a year earlier, according to estimates released Wednesday by the state's tourism-marketing agency.
Gov. DeSantis: State has 'moved on' amid Disney fight
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts should drop a federal lawsuit that claims retaliation by the state and accept changes to a special district that long benefited the theme-park giant.
Miami-Dade County Public Schools to offer new, free food options
It's Back-To-School and that also means back to the lunch room, as breakfast and lunch are free to all Miami-Dade public school students again this year.
Florida school board reverses decision nixing access to children's book about male penguins
Months after access to a popular children's book about a male penguin couple hatching a chick was restricted at school libraries because of Florida's so-called Don't Say Gay law, a central Florida school district says it has reversed that decision.
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Donald Trump expects to attend start of New York civil trial Monday
Former President Donald Trump expects to attend at least the first day of the civil trial pitting him and the Trump Organization against New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Georgia RICO defendant is first in Trump election case to take plea deal
Scott Hall, a bail bondsman, was one of the 19 defendants in the Trump Fulton County 2020 election interference case.
Dianne Feinstein, California senator who broke glass ceilings, dies at 90
Dianne Feinstein was the longest-serving woman in the U.S. Senate as well as the longest-serving senator from California.
VP Kamala Harris brings pro-democracy speech to FIU campus
Vice President Kamala Harris brought her "Fight for our Freedoms" college tour to Florida International University to speak directly to students.
Federal agencies detail impacts of shutdown with deadline fast approaching
The Department of Homeland Security said nearly 72% of its workforce, or about 185,000 employees, would be kept on the job with their pay delayed.
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Beware of price gouging and scams in wake of Hurricane Idalia
Some less scrupulous individuals are out to make a quick buck at the expense of those who are experiencing hardship during natural disasters like Hurricane Idalia.
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried jailed; judge says crypto mogul tampered with witnesses
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried left a federal courtroom in handcuffs Friday when a judge revoked his bail after concluding that the fallen cryptocurrency wiz had repeatedly tried to influence witnesses against him.
It's iced coffee season all year long now
Cold drinks are hotter than ever
FDA approves OTC birth control pill
U.S. officials approve first over-the-counter birth control pill, a move that will broaden access for women and teens, the Associated Press reports.
Avoiding compulsive shopping on Amazon Prime Day
For many, it can be fun waiting for the next lightning deal or scooping up things you want at crazy sale prices. But for others, it's not fun at all.
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Women less likely to receive timely treatment for heart attacks
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the U.S.
COVID vaccine during pregnancy helps protect newborns, new study finds
The findings are just the latest to show benefits from COVID vaccination during pregnancy.
More than 260,000 toddler books recalled due to choking hazard
Plastic rings can detach from the Rainbow Road Road series board books sold at Sam's Club, Target and other retailers nationwide.
South Florida family aims to raise awareness of sickle cell anemia
September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month, and while those who have it often report being in pain, millions have the trait and don't even know it
How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say.
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Protect your important documents and valuables with the best safes in 2023
These top-rated safes can help protect your most precious items.
We're obsessed with these Amazon air fryer deals ahead of the Prime Big Deal Days sale
We've found an air fryer for a whopping 56% off ahead of Amazon's October Prime Day deals.
Apple Watch price tracker: When to buy the Apple Watch 9, Apple Watch Ultra 2 and more
Here's when you'll find the best price on the Apple Watch 9 and the Apple Watch Ultra 2.
Best refrigerators in 2023
Ready for a new smart refrigerator that can do it all? All of our best refrigerator picks are on sale now.
The best Halloween lawn decorations in 2023, including the viral big skeleton
Already thinking about Halloween? Get these lawn decorations in time for spooky season.
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Facing South Florida for Sept. 24: Florida COVID Concerns
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede interviews former Florida surgeon general Dr. Scott Rivkees for his opinion.
Facing South Florida for Sept. 24: One-on-One with State Rep. Danny Perez
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede talks with the next Speaker of the Florida House on a number of issues and policies.
PART TWO: Facing South Florida for Aug 20: Back to School with the Superintendents
Jim also interviews the presidents of the Broward and Miami-Dade teacher unions about educators' concerns
Facing South Florida: Broward, Miami-Dade superintendents
Jim's exclusive interview with Peter Licata and Jose Dotres
State Attorney Monique Worrell Suspended
Guest: Christian Ziegler, Republican Party of Florida Chair
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
End of an era: Last Netflix DVDs being mailed out Friday
The once-iconic DVD-by-mail service obliterated Blockbuster video stores and provided a springboard into video streaming that's transformed entertainment.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Dee Valladares talks about her time on 'Survivor 45'
Miami native and entrepreneur Dee Valladares was all in from day one of shooting "Survivor 45."
Black musician accused of trafficking his own children aboard American Airlines flight
Black musician David Ryan Harris says that he was accused of trafficking his own children by a flight attendant on an American Airlines flight two weeks ago.